Lot 299
1793 (Jan. 19) London England to Boston Ms. via Portland, folded cover with content docketing, carried by private ship to Portland Maine, handled by forwarder and endorsed "Forwarded by…Tho. Hodges" on reverse, entered post with boldly struck "PORTLAND april 27" straightline postmark and manuscript "Sh 29" rating, Extremely Fine, double the 12½ cent rate for 100-150 miles plus the 4 cent ship letter fee.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
Provenance: Jarrett
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| Realized $1,800 |
